Instructor of Geographic Information Systems

East Central University•Ada, OK

About The Position

The Department of Biology at East Central University (ECU) and the Oka’ Institute at ECU seeks qualified applicants for an Instructor in Geographic Information Systems. This position offers half load to include exemplary in-person teaching; curriculum planning, implementation, and evaluation; in coordination with the ECU-Oka Institute coordinating and conducting Institute directed research collaborations, GIS and remote sensing data analysis, modeling and other related activities.

Requirements

Masters degree in Geography, Natural Resources, or related field is required.
Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
Candidates with specialties in the field of GIS are especially encouraged to apply.
Spatial Data Management (Collection, organization, storage, and quality control of geospatial datasets.)
Cartographic Design & Visualization (Application of cartographic principles for static, interactive, animated, and 3D map products.)
Spatial Analysis (Proficiency in techniques for evaluating change, distance, density, distribution, and complex spatial relationships.)
Geo-Programming (Ability to teach and apply programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL, JavaScript) for GIS applications, model building, and workflow automation.)
Database Development (Experience with relational databases, geodatabases, and cloud based data environments.)
Workflow Automation & Modeling (Skills in streamlining GIS processes, creating reproducible analysis pipelines, and integrating data across platforms.)
Experience with remote-sensing data workflows
Experience working with Google Earth Engine (GEE) for large-scale raster data processing
Experience working with LiDAR data, particularly for canopy height modeling
Experience with NAIP aerial imagery analysis.
Proficiency in vegetation indices (NDVI/EVI)
Experience with ArcGIS and AcrGIS Online for publishing, visualizing, and sharing spatial data products
Experience organizing, managing, and processing very large geospatial datasets (locally and in the cloud)
Knowledge of eastern redcedar and related woody encroachment issues in Oklahoma—including existing management practices and related state and federal programs

Nice To Haves

Candidates with a Doctoral degree and a proven record of scholarly activities (including but not limited to publications, scientific presentations and grant writing); a demonstrated commitment to quality teaching both undergraduates and masters level students; a dedication to professional attainment; demonstrated ability to utilize instructional technology and a commitment to quality improvement.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in Geographic Information Systems with potential to teach graduate and undergraduate electives or mentor research in their field. The hour load per semester expectation for this dual-appointment position is 6 hours of teaching load per semester (0.5FTE).
In addition to part-time teaching responsibilities, this dual-appointment position will support the Oka’ Institute’s applied research and environmental data initiatives, with a primary focus on the Juniper Evaluation Tool (JET) Phase II project (0.5FTE).
Applicants are especially encouraged to apply with the expertise to teach in the field(s) of: • Geospatial Sciences • Natural Resources or • specialized data courses.
Required to work on scholarship (grant writing, research and publications).
FTE hours are evenly split from service to the department, college and university (to include recruitment/retention activities and advising students); and the Oka institute.
Must have a strong work ethic and lead by example.
Must be a professional, credible, and respected representative of the institution internally and in the community.
Demonstrated willingness and ability to act ethically and socially responsible.
Ability to communicate in a courteous manner.
Performs other duties as assigned by Department Chair and Dean of College of Health and Science or designee.